Trusted by leading UK agencies

Accounting for
UK marketing agencies

We help you understand your numbers and make smarter decisions about your business

What We Do

We're not just here for year-end. Here's what we give agency founders every month

Clear Monthly Reports

Management accounts you can understand. See where your money is going and what you're making

Forecasts You Can Trust

Cash flow forecasting and planning. Know if you can afford that hire or new office space before you commit

Proper Structure

We fix your books and set up proper financial systems. More than just compliance, it's built for growth

Our Services

Monthly reports, cash flow management, and forecasting. Everything you need to make better decisions

Monthly Reports

Clear management accounts and cash flow analysis. Know your profitability, margins, and what's happening in your business

Cash Flow Management

Stop running out of cash. Clear visibility into your cash position and alerts when you need more runway

Forecasting

Plan for growth with confidence. Project revenue, cash flow, and make hiring decisions based on real numbers

Alto Accounting Dashboard
£45,230
Monthly Revenue
+12% vs last month
£156K
Cash Position
Healthy liquidity
23%
Growth Rate
Annual projection
Cash Flow Trend
This Month+£28.5K
Last Month+£24.2K
Profitability Analysis
Gross Margin71.1%
Operating Margin58.3%
12-Month Forecast
£540K
Projected Revenue
£392K
Expected Profit
£85K
Year-End Cash

Who We Work With

We work with creative and marketing agencies across the UK. Here's who we help most

Creative Studios

Branding, design, and creative agencies managing multiple client projects

Paid Media Agencies

Performance marketing teams running campaigns across multiple platforms

Content Agencies

Video production, content creation, and social media management teams

Growth Consultancies

Strategic marketing consultants helping businesses scale and grow

How It Works

Four steps to get your agency finances sorted, so you can focus on growth, not paperwork

1

Discovery Call

We look at your current finances, what's working, what's not, and where you want to take the business

2

Finance Setup

We clean up your books, connect your systems, and build monthly reports you'll use

3

Monthly Reporting

Monthly management accounts that make sense. Delivered on time, every time

4

Ongoing Support

Questions about hiring, pricing a big project, or tax planning? We're here for it

Insights & Resources

Real insights from working with dozens of UK agencies. Learn how to manage cash flow, price properly, and make smarter financial decisions

October 15, 2025

How to Price Agency Projects for Profitability

A guide to structuring retainers and project fees that protect margins while staying competitive

Read pricing guide
October 8, 2025

The Cash Flow Mistake Most Agencies Make

Why agencies run out of cash even when revenue looks strong, and how to fix it

Read cash flow guide
October 1, 2025

When to Hire a Finance Partner for Your Agency

Signs your business has outgrown spreadsheets and when to bring in proper finance support

Read finance partner guide
September 18, 2025

Forecasting for Growth: A Simple Framework That Works

Learn how to build a rolling 12-month forecast for better decisions and confidence

Read forecasting guide
September 5, 2025

Understanding Your Numbers as a Founder

The key financial metrics every agency owner should track monthly

Read financial metrics guide

Free Resources & Tools

Free calculators and guides built for UK agencies

Live Tool

Free Tool

Salary & Dividend Calculator

Calculate your optimal salary and dividend split for 2025/26 tax year

  • Personal tax calculations
  • Corporation tax estimates
  • National Insurance calculations
  • Dividend tax optimization
Use Calculator

Resource Library

Free Templates & Guides

Templates, checklists, and guides to help you manage cash flow, track profitability, and spot problems early

  • Cash flow forecasting templates
  • Project profitability calculators
  • Financial health checklists
Browse Resources

Ready to fix
your agency finances?

Book a free call, no commitment, just an honest conversation about your finances

Get in Touch

Book a free discovery call or email us directly at hello@alto-accounting.com